Interested in adopting a pet — or just gazing at some cuddly canines up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing dogs up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Oakland.
Animal shelters and pet rescue groups work hard to care for unhoused pets and connect them to loving homes. Hoodline used data from Petfinder to power this roundup of dogs currently available for adoption.
(Details like pet availability, training, vaccinations and other features are based on data provided by Petfinder and may be subject to change; contact the shelter for the latest information.)
Louie, Australian cattle dog
Louie is a male Australian cattle dog currently residing at Bella Vita Rescue.
Louie gets along well with other dogs. He has mastered his house-training etiquette. Louie is already neutered, and he has had all his shots.
Here's what Louie's friends at Bella Vita Rescue think of him:
Louie is a small Australian cattle dog who is looking for a forever home. He is about a year old and is just about full-grown. He weighs about 20 pounds. He gets along with other dogs, people and kids. Surprisingly, he’s very calm for his breed.
Apply to adopt Louie today at Petfinder.
Shasta, shepherd mix
Shasta is a charming female shepherd mix being cared for at Bella Vita Rescue.
Shasta is eager to make friends, and she's happy to keep company with other dogs. She is already house-trained, vaccinated and spayed.
Notes from Shasta's caretakers:
She is a beautiful shepherd mix who is also very friendly and playful. She gets along with other dogs, kids and people. She loves to play with toys and to go on walks with her human friend. She is about 35 pounds and is fully grown.
Apply to adopt Shasta today at Petfinder.
Spike, pit bull terrier
Spike is a male pit bull terrier dog currently housed at Oakland Animal Services.
Spike is vaccinated.
Apply to adopt Spike today at Petfinder.
Scooby, Anatolian shepherd
Scooby is a sweet male Anatolian shepherd dog being kept at Oakland Animal Services.
Scooby has had all his shots.
Read more about how to adopt Scooby on Petfinder.
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